The trio of Tony Malaby, Dave Ballou, and Mike Kuhl first played An die Musik in February 2024. This concert is a recap of that evening. Given the instantaneous nature of the music created by this trio, one can expect a performance that is different from what was created on that evening in February.

In his two decades as an integral member of New York City's improvised music community, saxophonist and composer Tony Malaby has emerged as a wholly unique and singular voice. DownBeat's "Coolest Things in Jazz" article said, "[Malaby] is a formidably accomplished soprano and tenor saxophonist with enviable tone and an endless font of compelling ideas [who] steers his music away from perfection" and "his considerable gifts as a melodist tend to sneak up on you." JazzTimes called him "a hero of today's improvised music scene." These accolades are unsurprising given the number of projects Malaby has been involved in since arriving in New York in the early 1990s.

Trumpeter/composer Dave Ballou can be heard in a variety of settings, from solo trumpetimprovisations to large ensembles. His recordings can be found on the Steeplechase, CleanFeed, pfMentum and the Out of Your Head record labels. His compositions have been performed and recorded by the Meridian Arts Ensemble, Trumpeter Jon Nelson, French hornist Adam Unsworth, Saxophonist Ellery Eskelin, the TILT Brass Ensemble and the Rose City Brass Quintet. Ballou is a Professor of Music at Towson University teaching in the Jazz and Commercial Music Division.

Drummer, recording artist and educator Mike Kuhl is a Baltimore native. Kuhl's open mindedness to all genres has allowed him to be a first call drummer for any situation.Outside of Jazz, Kuhl has shared the stage with many international acts. As a leader, Kuhl performs domestically and internationally with his various groups. The grace and power of the body movements of Kung fu go hand in hand with his style of drumming. Kuhl is currently an adjunct faculty member at Towson University teaching drum set
lessons and coaching various ensembles.

In-person seats: $20 / $10 students
Attendees receive a link to the recording to view for one week.

Streaming passes: $15
Streaming link remains active thru July 25

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